Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Swiss Splendor, 6 Nights
About Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Swiss Splendor, 6 Nights
A 6 Nights 7 Days Danube River cruise aboard the Swiss Splendor. Fly from Istanbul to Prague; the itinerary begins with a stop in Prague, followed by boarding the ship. The ship calls at the ports of Linz, Bratislava, Vienna and Budapest in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1: Istanbul – Prague; Day 2: Prague; Day 3: Linz; Day 4: Bratislava; Day 5: Vienna; Day 6: Budapest; Day 7: Budapest – Istanbul. Cabin options: Outside Cabin (Category B), Lower Deck; Outside Cabin (Category A), Lower Deck; French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Middle Deck; French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Middle Deck; French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Upper Deck; French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Upper Deck; Mini Suite Cabin, Upper Deck. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 5 December 2026. The per-person price starts at €1.590. Included in the price: Round-trip economy-class flights with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Prague (PRG) // Budapest (BUD) – Istanbul (IST) route; 1 night at a 4* hotel in Prague with breakfast and 1 night at a 4* hotel in Budapest with breakfast; all tours listed in the itinerary; home-airport-home transfers; airport taxes; airport transfers (on the day of boarding and disembarking the ship).
Departure Dates
5 - 11 December 2026 — €1.590 (≈₺90.800)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Prague
Fly from Istanbul to Prague; upon arrival, check in to the hotel. During the day, take a tour around Loreta Church, the Presidential Palace, St. Vitus Cathedral, Golden Lane and the Astronomical Clock Tower. Overnight at the hotel in Prague.
Day 2 — Prague
Land program: Prague. Sightseeing around St. Vitus Cathedral and the Castle District during the day. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 — Linz
The ship docks at the port of Linz at 06:30. Sightseeing around the Mirabell Gardens and free time during the day. Overnight on board.
Day 4 — Bratislava
The ship docks at Bratislava port at 14:00. Sightseeing and free time around Bratislava Castle and St. Martin's Cathedral during the day. The ship departs from the port at 23:00; overnight stay on board.
Day 5 — Vienna
Port call in Vienna. Sightseeing and free time during the day around Vienna State Opera and Hofburg Palace. Overnight on board.
Day 6 — Budapest
Disembarkation after breakfast at Budapest port; the itinerary continues on land. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 7 — Budapest – Istanbul
Free time around Budapest after breakfast; transfer to the airport and return flight to Istanbul.
Places to Visit
Linz
Bratislava
Vienna
Budapest
Prague
What’s Included
Round-trip economy class flight tickets on Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Prague (PRG) // Budapest (BUD) – Istanbul (IST) route
1 night accommodation including breakfast at a 4* hotel in Prague and 1 night accommodation including breakfast at a 4* hotel in Budapest
All tours included in the itinerary
Home-airport-home transfer
Airport taxes
Airport transfers (Embarkation and disembarkation days)
Entertainment and activity package (Turkish Music Band, Professional Sports Instructor)
All-day coffee & tea station and afternoon tea service on board
Welcome Cocktail
Captain's Gala Cocktail, Special Gala Menu
Luggage handling service on the first and last day of the ship
Travel & Health Insurance (Valid from the moment the trip begins outside Türkiye.)
Professional Turkish-speaking guidance
TÜRSAB mandatory professional liability insurance
What’s Not Included
Visa fee and service charge
Domestic connecting flight ticket
Ship Gratuities / Service Charge (Calculated at 14 Euros per person per night, a total of 56 Euros per person will be added to your stateroom account.)
City taxes (Totaling 50 Euros, to be collected in cash onboard by your guide)
Optional excursions organized by the ship or the guide
All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board
All kinds of personal expenses
Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites not specified in included services
Driver tips 5-10 Euro / per person (optional)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the Danube River cruise with Swiss Splendor last?
The tour is 6 nights and 7 days.
Which ports does the ship visit?
Linz, Bratislava, Vienna, Budapest respectively.
Which ship operates this tour?
Aboard Swiss Splendor.
Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?
Flight from Istanbul to Prague; the program begins with the Prague stop, followed by boarding the cruise; return is also by flight.
What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?
Departure dates: December 5, 2026. Prices start from €1,590 per person.
What cabin types are available?
Outside Cabin (Category B), Lower Deck (base price), Outside Cabin (Category A), Lower Deck (+€50), French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Middle Deck (+€250), French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Middle Deck (+€300), French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Upper Deck (+€350), French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Upper Deck (+€400), Mini Suite Cabin, Upper Deck (+€650). The supplement is per person.
What is included in the price?
Round-trip economy-class flight ticket with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Prague (PRG) // Budapest (BUD) – Istanbul (IST) route; 1 night with breakfast at a 4-star hotel in Prague and 1 night with breakfast at a 4-star hotel in Budapest; all tours listed in the itinerary; home-airport-home transfers; airport taxes; airport transfers (on embarkation and disembarkation days); entertainment and activity package (Turkish Music Group, professional sports instructor); all-day coffee & tea station and afternoon tea treats on board; welcome cocktail; Captain’s Gala Cocktail and special gala menu; luggage handling service on the ship’s first and last days; Travel & Health Insurance (valid from the moment the trip begins outside Türkiye.); professional Turkish-language guide service; TURSAB compulsory professional liability insurance.
What is not included in the price?
Visa fee and service charge; domestic connecting flight ticket; ship crew service charge (calculated at 14 Euro per person per night, a total of 56 Euro per person, and added to your room account); city taxes (a total of 50 Euro, to be collected in cash on the ship by your guide); optional excursions organized by the ship or guide; all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on board; all personal expenses; admission to museums and archaeological sites not specified among the included services; driver gratuities 5-10 Euro / per person (optional).
Is a visa required?
Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.
Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?
Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.